How to make taco salad bowl?

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: canned lentils

Ground turkey is leaner, while lentils are budget-friendly and plant-based.

tortilla chips

🥗Healthier: baked tortilla chips

💰Cheaper: homemade tortilla strips

Baked chips reduce fat, and homemade strips can save money.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt lowers calories while adding creaminess.

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Reduced-fat cheese cuts calories, while processed cheese is often cheaper.

Prepare the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until browned, about 5-7 minutes.

Drain excess fat from the cooked beef and stir in taco seasoning until well combined.

In a large bowl, layer tortilla chips as the base.

Add a layer of cooked ground beef on top of the chips.

Spoon black beans and corn evenly over the beef.

Add a generous layer of chopped romaine lettuce.

Top with halved cherry tomatoes and diced avocado.

Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the salad.

Drizzle with lime juice and olive oil for flavor.

Add jalapeños and cilantro for garnish.

Finish with dollops of sour cream or Greek yogurt.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Allergens